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Lime Container in the Form of a "Mloko" Drum

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Lime Container in the Form of a "Mloko" Drum by an unknown artist. The object is a small, dark-colored, cylindrical container with a wide mouth and a narrow base. It has a flat top and a decorative pattern around the top edge. There are two small handles on either side of the container, which is shaped like a drum. The drum shape is characterized by a flared bottom. The container appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze or copper, and has a weathered, aged appearance with visible signs of wear and tear. The background of the image is a plain, light-colored surface.

Artwork details

Date:
500 BCE–300 CE
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
Indonesia (Java, Lumajang, Pasiran)
Dimensions:
600 × 480 px
Museum record:
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